Precompiled Setup Information File
Files with .PNF extension are precompiled INF files auto-generated by Microsoft. They store application settings data in binary format. For installation, system uses PNF data instead of INF files. Man...
General Information
| Title | PNF File Extension |
| Extension | .pnf |
| Full Form | Precompiled Setup Information File |
| File Type | System File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store installation information |
| Additional Functions | Speed up installation process |
| Features | Precompiled, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | System-dependent |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| System Installation | Yes |
| Driver Setup | Yes |
| Windows Components | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | None inherent |
| Best Practices | Do not manually edit |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With Windows |
| Latest Version | Depends on Windows version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .inf, .sys, .dll |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Windows |
Built-in | Windows |
 Windows Setup |
Part of Windows | Windows only |